Social Work Program Administrator I - 122400560 at Cumberland County, NC

About the Department

Position Duties

This position will be a part of the Leadership Team for Adult Services. The purpose of this position is to develop, implement, monitor, and supervise program compliance as well as program standards for Adult Protective Services and Guardianship. This person will plan programs that meet the needs of a multi-problem customer population. This requires the ability to interpret data in light of existing policy and procedure, project impact on budget, and assess the need for developing and implementing different policies and procedures. This person will develop programs consistent with statute, state policy, and procedure; revise policies to meet the needs of adults when changes occur; and advocate for legislation to strengthen programs that already exist or would allow for the development of programs to meet specific needs. This person will initiate and participate in the development and implementation of mechanisms to generate management reports which reflect program and staff effectiveness. This will include practice standards, reporting systems, fiscal accountability, and other quality assurance measures. The person in this position may also assist with monitoring and supervision of Adult Day Care Services, Representative Payee Services, Special Assistance In-Home Services, Homemaker Services, Adult Home Specialists, Crisis/Intake, Care Center Domestic Violence Program, Qualified Substance Abuse Professional Services, and/or Work First Employment Services. 

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:  Master's degree from an accredited school of social work and four years of social work or counseling experience, two of which were supervisory; or bachelor's degree in social work and five years of social work or counseling experience, two of which were supervisory; or bachelor's degree in a human services field or related curriculum including at least 15 semester hours in courses related to social work or counseling and six years of social work or counseling experience, two of which were supervisory; or an equivalent combination of training and experience

Other Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of methods and principles of casework supervision and training. Thorough knowledge of social work principles, techniques, and practices and applications to casework and community problems. Considerable knowledge of social and economic factors in the community, and local agencies and resources. Considerable knowledge of the laws, regulations, and policies which govern social services programs. Considerable knowledge of the principles and techniques of public administration, including personnel administration, budgeting, and
office management. Skill in directing a staff of social workers and supervisors and related professionals and students engaged in a variety of services.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: The selected applicant will be subject to the following conditions prior to appointment. Failure to complete or fulfill these conditions may result in dismissal.

The employee in this position will be operating motor vehicles for Cumberland County and shall have a valid North Carolina Driver's License.

Each applicant who is tendered an offer for employment for any position with Cumberland County shall be tested for the use of drugs specified in the County policy. Refusal to submit to testing or a confirmed positive test shall be a basis for withdrawal of the conditional employment offer.

Law enforcement background check is required.

Duties of this position require the use of the employee's personal vehicle.

This position will require assisting in emergency and/or disaster situations.

The Cumberland County Department of Social Services has a dress code policy that must be adhered to. This policy includes specific guidelines related to tattoos and body piercing.

College transcripts may be submitted on-line via the attachment feature or mailed to Cumberland County Department of Social Services, P.O. Box 2429, Fayetteville, NC 28302. Prior to employment start date, an official transcript must be presented in its original unopened envelope.

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If there are specific questions regarding this posting, you may contact Human Resources @ (910) 677-2599.

MISSION

The Cumberland County Department of Social Services stands united to strengthen individuals and families and to protect children and vulnerable adults. We collaborate with our community partners to provide programs and services which engage our customers in improving their quality of life.

VISION

We envision our Department... as a catalyst for improving quality of life through teamwork, partnership, forward thinking, and cutting-edge service delivery. We envision our customers...as partners, motivated and empowered to improve their quality of life.

Our Core Standards & Values

A quality customer experience, business operations and employee experience represents our three Core Standards that guide our principles and values. We have identified eight core values and validating behaviors that define our Departments: Service, Teamwork, Accountability, Diversity, Innovation, Optimism, Integrity and Flexibility.